Ontario

Emergency money need

If you have nowhere to stay, need money urgently to pay rent, are fleeing abuse, or have other urgent money needs, these benefits can help.

Common emergency money need benefits

Ontario

Emergency Assistance Program

If you are in an emergency situation and live in Ontario, the Emergency Assistance program can help you with the cost of food and housing for up to 48 days. The amount you get depends on your situation.

Depends on your situation.

Easy application

Tax filing not required

Federal

GreenShield Cares Essential Medicines Program

The GreenShield Cares Essential Medicines program provides free of charge prescription medication to individuals living without private prescription drug coverage, or to those who are unable to access benefits from a provincial drug program.

Up to $1000

Easy application

Tax filing not required